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Forum: Algae 01-23-2012, 02:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 243
Posted By pepetj
These type of nuisance is common in newly set...

These type of nuisance is common in newly set tanks, at least in mine.

I let it be and it fades away as the tank matures and I get the CO2 where it should be regarding the light intensity and...
Forum: Equipment 01-23-2012, 02:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 298
Posted By pepetj
I go with DIY Needle Wheel Mod. As easy as...

I go with DIY Needle Wheel Mod. As easy as punching little holes in the blades with a hot thin pin, being careful not to brake the thing or burn myself with it. Insert the CO2 tubing at intake and...
Forum: Plants 01-22-2012, 12:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 570
Posted By pepetj
As far as I know (including my experience) all...

As far as I know (including my experience) all Hygrophilla species propagate easily by cuttings.

Pepetj
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Forum: Plants 01-22-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,980
Posted By pepetj
Duckweed (Lemna sp) can be annoying but also a...

Duckweed (Lemna sp) can be annoying but also a life saver. For what I understand, to date this is one of the plants with higher uptake of nitrates. I keep them (low light is the key so they don't...
Forum: Plants 01-22-2012, 12:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 786
Posted By pepetj
Way to go! It is indeed a Ceratophyllum demersun!...

Way to go! It is indeed a Ceratophyllum demersun! I keep them at 80-84F in soft acidic water, no CO2 (placed outside in my office's interior patio). I never saw them so thick neither with serrated...
Forum: Equipment 01-21-2012, 05:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 251
Posted By pepetj
I found some pics in google of the unit open and...

I found some pics in google of the unit open and could figure out how it was placed. Followed Zchauvin suggestions using "Google Image". It's simple yet I got stuck before posting here.

Pepetj...
Forum: Equipment 01-20-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 251
Posted By pepetj
HELP! How to... Eheim Ecco 2232

How do I put in place the handle of this filter model?

I purchased a spare handle for a second hand Ecco 2232 I purchased recently.

Guess what? I can't figure out how it is placed. It's...
Forum: Plants 01-20-2012, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 786
Posted By pepetj
I don't see needle leaves in the pic. I haven't...

I don't see needle leaves in the pic. I haven't been able to find what this is. I did notice the thickness also.

I see a leaf structure that has bifurcations and serrated edges in the farthest...
Forum: Plants 01-19-2012, 01:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 758
Posted By pepetj
For BBA I have used direct "dosage" of Excel...

For BBA I have used direct "dosage" of Excel using a syringe. For GSA I used a towel and rubbed the glass with it (H2O2 worked well for me).

Make sure your plant species can tolerate Excel before...
Forum: Plants 01-19-2012, 01:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 786
Posted By pepetj
Hornwort is a popular name. The hornwort I know...

Hornwort is a popular name. The hornwort I know have needle like leaves. Your plant doesn't. Hornwort is sometimes called foxtail, coon's tail...

I know of two species the Ceratophyllum submersum...
Forum: Plants 01-16-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 260
Posted By pepetj
I surely did... I lost track when planting. Thank...

I surely did... I lost track when planting. Thank you!

Grew 8" taller in a matter of days. Trimmed it and replanted after taking the pic.

Pepetj
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Forum: Plants 01-16-2012, 01:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 260
Posted By pepetj
Plant ID help

Who am I?

http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk3/pepe1965/Plant%20ID/IMG-20120116-00416.jpg

Thanks for identifying me!

Pepetj
Santo Domingo
Forum: DIY 01-16-2012, 01:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,988
Posted By pepetj
I used DIY CO2 for around 18 months or so. I...

I used DIY CO2 for around 18 months or so. I couldn't afford a pressurized system back then.

I kept 24ppm of CO2 (measured with Hach CO2 test kit -no reference solution though) in a 40E tank with...
Forum: DIY 01-16-2012, 12:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,525
Posted By pepetj
Hi. It would be helpful if you upload a pic or...

Hi. It would be helpful if you upload a pic or two of your project.

I went that route in 2009 (I posted about it with pics in another forum). The simple answer would be: get the brightest white...
Forum: Equipment 09-25-2011, 05:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 666
Posted By pepetj
The filter arrived Friday but I couldn't pick it...

The filter arrived Friday but I couldn't pick it up. I'll see what exactly is missing tomorrow Monday and get back to you all.

Thanks for the help!

Pepetj
Santo Domingo
Forum: Equipment 09-19-2011, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 666
Posted By pepetj
Where to get Eheim parts?

I purchased a barely used second hand Eheim 2217; it's missing the hoses and a "valve". Probably the reason I got such a good price on it.

I tried ebay and amazon without success.

Where should...
Forum: Plants 09-10-2011, 05:47 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,865
Posted By pepetj
I will post mine (got them from Gordon in April...

I will post mine (got them from Gordon in April 2011) as soon as possible.

Amazing little leaf Anubias

Pepetj
Santo Domingo
Forum: Plants 08-14-2011, 04:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 818
Posted By pepetj
Awesome! You're taking good care of it! ...

Awesome! You're taking good care of it!

Pepetj
Santo Domingo
Forum: The Lounge & Introductions 08-13-2011, 07:09 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,721
Posted By pepetj
That's great! Two thumbs up! ...

That's great! Two thumbs up!

Congratulations!

I can't wait to read it already published!

Pepetj
Santo Domingo
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-08-2011, 02:00 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,907
Posted By pepetj
I keep tanks with and without CO2. Yours is...

I keep tanks with and without CO2. Yours is definitely a non-CO2 winner!

Which substrate you have there? You are keeping several plant species in there!

Good luck with Bettatail's ROAK!
...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-08-2011, 01:20 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,445
Posted By pepetj
Nice green jungle! Your tank will benefit with...

Nice green jungle! Your tank will benefit with pressurized CO2 for sure!

Good luck with Bettatail's ROAK!

Pepetj
Santo Domingo
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-08-2011, 01:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,001
Posted By pepetj
Nice set up... I may consider downgrade the size...

Nice set up... I may consider downgrade the size of the slate or create an asymetric pile of slate pieces; its color matches the driftwood nicely... maybe some plants that attach or grow into it will...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-08-2011, 01:11 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,333
Posted By pepetj
Beautiful tank! How are you running it? What...

Beautiful tank! How are you running it? What plant species are you keeping there?

Nice rocks... good luck with Bettatail's crazy ROAK!

Pepetj
Santo Domingo
Forum: Plants 08-04-2011, 03:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 342
Posted By pepetj
I think the first one is Lindernia rotundifolia,...

I think the first one is Lindernia rotundifolia, which has smaller leaves than Bacopa sp. The second one looks like a Nesea sp., maybe Nesea pedicillata 'Golden'?

Where did you get them? Your...
Forum: Lighting 07-10-2011, 12:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 797
Posted By pepetj
Welcome to ThePlantedTank! I have that same...

Welcome to ThePlantedTank!

I have that same tank. Any 24" lamp fixture will fit and work well.

I suggest you go "El Natural" way for now. This way you can keep a tank with minimal maintenance...
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